KA BAR Becker BK16 Short Becker Drop Point Fixed Blade 4.375 Inch 1095 Cro Van Black Powder Coated Blade Black Ultramid Handle SKU BK16 UPC 617717200168
Product Description
The KA-BAR® Becker Short Drop Point (SKU: BK16 / UPC: 617717200168) represents master designer Ethan Becker’s quintessential mid-sized field knife, meticulously scaled to balance packable maneuverability with full-tang survival authority. Engineered for field dressing, camp craft, hunting expeditions, and tactical utility, the BK16 eliminates unnecessary bulk while retaining the heavy-duty operational strength demanded by hard-use outdoorsmen and military personnel.
Forged in Olean, New York, the BK16 centers around a 4.375-inch flat-ground blade formed from proprietary 1095 Cro-Van high-carbon steel, heat-treated to an optimal 56-58 HRC for unmatched field toughness and straightforward edge maintenance on conventional whetstones. The stout 0.165-inch blade stock supports high lateral stresses without chipping, while the full-flat grind taper provides an acute, low-drag slicing geometry ideal for processing game and carving wood. A baked-on black epoxy powder coating blankets the blade surface, establishing robust corrosion deterrence against moisture and corrosive biological fluids while eliminating tactical light glare.
Anchored by a solid full-tang skeleton, the contoured handle scales are molded from ultra-dense Ultramid® nylon to withstand extreme ambient temperatures, blunt impact, and chemical exposure without swelling or shrinking. The ergonomic palm swell fills the hand naturally, transferring downward cutting leverage with zero hotspot friction during prolonged skinning or feather-sticking tasks. Each knife ships factory-fitted with black Ultramid scales and includes a complete secondary set of Coyote Tan scales with matching hardware. The package is completed by a rugged, multi-carry Cordura® ballistic sheath engineered with MOLLE compatibility, dual security retention snaps, an internal protective insert, and a dedicated gear pouch.
*Bladesmith Bench Notes & Field Maintenance Guidance:*
Deployment, Carry & Metallurgy Advisory: Full-tang fixed blade platform paired with an ambidextrous MOLLE-compatible Cordura® nylon belt sheath; forged from 1095 Cro-Van carbon tool steel. CRITICAL CARE NOTICE: 1095 Cro-Van is an authentic non-stainless carbon steel selected for exceptional edge stability and shock resistance. The exposed factory edge bevel is prone to surface oxidation if stored damp or exposed to acidic organics. Always sharpen at a consistent 20 degrees per side, utilize a 9/64-inch hex wrench for handle scale screw maintenance, and apply a light micro-film of synthetic gun oil or food-grade mineral oil across the exposed cutting edge prior to sheath storage.
- Verify the blade path and work area are completely clear of obstructions, keeping fingers clear of the blade track and locking bar path during initial inspection.
- Unsheathe the knife by disengaging the directional handle retention strap and carefully pulling the spine upward along the protective internal liner, wiping away any residual factory preservation grease.
- Inspect the scale fasteners with a 9/64-inch hex driver to ensure the three handle bolts are firmly seated against the full-tang tang frame before heavy field processing.
- Apply a thin barrier coat of synthetic corrosion inhibitor across the exposed 20-degree edge grind and the rear extended pommel tang to guard against environmental moisture.
- Stage the Cordura® sheath onto a heavy-duty gun belt, tactical rig, or MOLLE pack webbing, ensuring secondary snap retention is fully engaged during transport.
Key Features
- 1095 Cro-Van Carbon Steel: High-purity carbon tool steel alloyed with vanadium and chromium to maximize edge retention, impact toughness, and field resharpening ease.
- Full-Flat Drop Point Grind: Engineered 4.375-inch blade profile with an acute tip and gentle belly optimized for precise slicing, field dressing, and general outdoor utility.
- Modular Ultramid® Handle Scales: Indestructible glass-reinforced nylon scales include both installed Black and secondary Coyote Tan sets for adaptable mission aesthetics.
- MOLLE-Compatible Cordura® Sheath: Heavy-duty ballistic nylon sheath featuring an internal rigid blade sleeve, front utility storage pocket, and versatile tactical mounting loops.
Product Specifications
- Brand: KA-BAR® / Becker Knife & Tool
- Model/Series: Becker Short Drop Point (BK16)
- MPN / SKU: BK16 / BKR16
- UPC: 617717200168
- Blade Length: 4.375" (111.1 mm)
- Blade Thickness: 0.165" (4.19 mm)
- Overall Length (OAL): 9.25" (235.0 mm)
- Closed / Handle Length: 4.875" (123.8 mm)
- Blade Steel: 1095 Cro-Van High Carbon Steel (56-58 HRC)
- Blade Style / Grind: Drop Point / Full Flat Grind (20° Edge Angle)
- Blade Finish / Color: Non-Reflective Black Epoxy Powder Coat
- Edge Type: Plain
- Handle Material / Color: Ultramid® Nylon (Black Installed / Coyote Tan Extra Set Included)
- Locking / Action Mechanism: Fixed Blade Full Tang Construction
- Pocket Clip / Sheath: Heavy-Duty MOLLE-Compatible Cordura® Nylon Sheath (BK15S) with Rigid Insert & Accessory Pocket
- Weight: 6.40 oz (181.4 g) [Knife Only] / 11.20 oz (317.5 g) [With Sheath]
- Country of Origin: Knife Made in USA / Sheath Made in China
